Professional movers load your stuff, ship it to your new home, and unload it all for you. It’s the easiest—but most expensive—option. Learn more.
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What type of moving company is right for you?
You load up all your belongings, but the movers transport your container to your new home. It’s the middle road for effort and cost. Learn more.
Worried about costs? Rent a truck, load it yourself, drive it to your new home, and unload all your things. You do it all—and save a lot. Learn more.
All data current as of publish date.
*Prices averaged for 5 home sizes across 6 distances over 100 miles. Mileage included in long-distance quotes.
**Prices averaged for 5 home sizes (when different trucks were available) for a distance under 100 miles. Prices do not include mileage rates.
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What to know about moving in San Francisco
If you’re moving within San Francisco, you’ll spend anywhere from $50 to $2,000 dollars. Your actual moving costs depend on your home size, how far you’re moving, parking availability for your moving truck, and what kind of moving service you choose. A professional full moving service will run from $550 to $2,000, while a moving container service will be between $500 and $1,500.1 If you’re moving on a budget, round up a group of friends and rent a moving truck for your DIY move—you can find options under $200 for renting a moving truck that you’ll load and drive yourself.2
Interstate moves can cost anywhere from $2,000 to $12,000.1 It all depends on how far you’re moving, how large your home is, and what additional services you might add on to your move (like packing, cleaning, or handling speciality items like pianos or pool tables). If you’re really looking to save, we recommend renting a moving truck—you’ll save a lot by loading and driving your own truck, and interstate moves can run from
On average, an interstate move takes 10–14 days. But it all depends on how far you’re moving. Shorter distances might only take three days, while longer routes can take up to three weeks—especially in the busy moving seasons of spring and summer.
The cost of living in San Francisco is a whopping $2,775 per month. That makes San Francisco the third most expensive US city to live in, outranked only by Irvine, CA, and San Jose, CA.3
The median home price in San Francisco is $1,526,099.4 But most residents rent, spending an average of $3,137 per month on rent.5 Whether you’re renting or buying, consider the parking situation at your new home when you’re arranging moving services. Your mover may charge extra if they can’t park the moving truck near your new place.
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Recommended resources
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- How to Pack a Moving Truck like the Pros
- The Ultimate List of Moving Supplies
- The Only Moving Checklist You’ll Ever Need
- Do I Need Moving Insurance?
- Move.org's Moving Assistance Grants
- Things Moving Companies Won’t Move
- How to Secure Your New Home or Apartment
- What Is the Cheapest Way to Move Cross-Country?
- Managing Your Paperwork When You Move
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Sources
- Colin Holmes, “How Much Does It Cost to Move?” December 21, 2020. Accessed December 6, 2021.
- Kurt Manwaring, “The Average Cost of Moving Truck Rentals,” December 22, 2020. Accessed December 6, 2021.
- Joe Roberts, “US Cities with the Lowest Cost of Living in 2021,” September 30, 2021. Accessed November 10, 2021.
- Zillow Home Value Index, “San Francisco Home Values,” October 21, 2021. Accessed December 3, 2021.
- Sean Jarvis, “The Cost of Living in San Francisco in 2021,” May 19, 2021. Accessed December 3, 2021.